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Let’s make December the best month of this terrible year
2025 has been terrible. Maybe December will be nicer?
Giving thanks for plump cats, all-you-can-eat crabs and tricky parking
In a truly befuddling year, these are things I'm most sincerely, unironically thankful for — from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to Baltimore accents.
Baltimore Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter with her cat, Cass Streeter-Zervitz.
Not sure what ‘6-7’ means? That’s the point.
If you’ve spent any time around kids in the past year, you've probably heard them shout "6-7!" for no reason. Don't try to figure out why they're doing it.
The president calling a female reporter ‘piggy’ is not normal. None of this is.
President Trump called a female reporter “piggy” on camera and told her to be quiet. How did we get here, and what’s even the point anymore?
IN FLIGHT - NOVEMBER 14: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to members of press aboard Air Force One on November 14, 2025 while in flight from Washington, DC to West Palm Beach International Airport. Trump is scheduled to spend the weekend at his Mar-A-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. (Photo by Roberto Schmidt/Getty Images)
Michelle Obama said what you’re not ready to hear
Michelle Obama sparked controversy last week over comments on female presidential candidates and Black women's hair. I, for one, think she was absolutely right.
MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MASSACHUSETTS - AUGUST 09: Michelle Obama speaks during Higher Ground's "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson" podcast during 2025 Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival at Martha's Vineyard Performing Arts Center on August 09, 2025 in Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)
We won’t stop talking about mammograms
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is over. This survivor wants you to get a mammogram anyway.
Honor Gifford was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer after a routine mammogram in March 2020.
A veteran WMAR journalist writes about ‘blood-sucking reporters’ — literally
Former WMAR anchor Wayne Lynch used stories from his time in journalism in Baltimore to inspire his newest book — with an added dose of vampires.
WMAR reporter and anchor Wayne Lynch during his time at the TV station in 1976.
Feeding foster children should never be a political gamble
Foster parents are among those facing uncertainty with the looming end of WIC payments, as well as SNAP.
Tearing down the East Wing is about way more than destroying a building
Apparently there’s nothing to be done about the demolition and construction at the White House. It’s still heartbreaking to see a hole in it.
Work continues on the demolition of a part of the East Wing of the White House, Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, in Washington, before construction of a new ballroom.
Once the ‘girl med student’ in ’70s Baltimore, she’s making the case for equality
Kay White Drew, a retired neonatologist and author of “Stress Test,” talks about taking on racism and sexism as a “girl med student” in 1970s Baltimore.
Kay White Drew, a retired neonatologist, wrote "Stress Test" about her medical training in Baltimore in the 1970s.
I’m as proud walking a 10K now as I was running the Baltimore Marathon 20 years ago
Twenty years ago, I ran the marathon at the Baltimore Running Festival. This past weekend, my twin sister and I celebrated the anniversary by walking a shorter race.
Banner columnist Leslie Gray Streeter and her twin sister, Lynne Streeter Childress, at the running festival 20 years ago and this year.
Vacations, Botox and fancy food: What’s your personal recession indicator?
No birthday trip? Less dining out? Marylanders talk about their personal recession indicators — signs in their own lives that the economy's headed for bumpiness.
Woman of color compares price tags and nutritional information at grocery store during economic inflation while shopping
Now, more than ever, we need to focus on Black men’s mental health
Playwright Brandon Shaun Fields’ “What You Don’t See” is being restaged this weekend because he thinks this is a crucial time to focus on Black men’s mental health.
Ebony Jackson, left, and Loch Edwards rehearse for "What You Don't See," which will be performed at the Chesapeake Arts Center on Oct. 18.
Parenting is a thankless job, but sometimes it’s OK to pat yourself on the back
The point of parenting isn’t praise. But that doesn’t mean we can’t give ourselves a high-five when we get it right.
Maryland Swifties on the highs, lows and oh-nos of ‘Life of a Showgirl’
Local Taylor Swift fans discuss the highs, lows and “what you talkin’ about, Swift?” moments on “The Life of a Showgirl.”
FILE - Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour June 21, 2024, in London. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP, File)
The unbearable heaviness of being funny at the end of the world
Leslie Gray Streeter is having a hard time writing about joy because of the turmoil being caused by the federal government.
Trying new things as an adult is scary, improvisational and healthy.
Moving out of one's comfort zone is hard especially as a single mother. But Columnist Leslie Streeter is learning the benefits of it.
Leslie Gray Streeter performs with Baltimore Improv Group’s Thomas Dotsry in November 2024.
Reality TV will not save the world, but it’s saving my sanity
Sure, "Dancing With the Stars," "Survivor" and "Golden Bachelor" are trash reality TV. But bring on the vapid escapism while I take a break from actual reality.
DANCING WITH THE STARS - “One-Hit Wonders Night” - “Dancing with the Stars” brings some of music’s most iconic singles to the ballroom floor, when all 14 couples perform to songs from artists known for one unforgettable hit. TUESDAY, SEPT. 23 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT) on ABC. (Disney/Eric McCandless)
HILARIA BALDWIN, GLEB SAVCHENKO
I’ve been offended by Jimmy Kimmel. Who cares?
Jimmy Kimmel and many others have used the First Amendment to be as truthful or tasteless as possible. It’s never gotten them fired.
JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. ET and features a diverse lineup of guests that include celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The guests for Tuesday, September 23 included Glen Powell (“Chad Powers”), and musical guest Sarah McLachlan. (Disney/Randy Holmes)
JIMMY KIMMEL
A heart attack changed her life. She hopes her story changes yours.
Women experience heart attacks differently than men and often dismiss the symptoms. “It’s a cautionary tale, frankly,” said my friend who had one at 44.
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